Truman Poised to Sign Housing and Inflation Bills
Washington reports President Truman may approve the Republican housing and anti inflation measures after a tense session. Republicans contend the bills are inadequate and cite costs while urging swift action. Senate inquiry into Communist ties fuels further political clash as Congress adjourns.
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Cadets From San Antonio to Brazil Trip
Two San Antonio cadets join eight others for a weeklong visit to Brazil as guests of the Brazilian government. The participants include Thomas A. Austin, son of Col T. A. Austin, 202 Genesee Rd, and John P. Streit, son of Brig. Gen. Paul H. Streit, 169 Artillery Post, Sam Houston.
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Manila Faces Rice Rationing
Manila will impose rice rations on 1.5 million residents this week as government works to secure surplus rice. Stocks are expected to run out by September 20 and the new crop will not be ready for harvest until mid November.
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Itching First Application for Blue Star Ointment Noted
The message describes an itching remedy practice for a rash and wingworm using Blue Star Ointment. It instructs repeating applications as needed and notes convenience if the case worsens.
Tobin Chooses Gov Ambition Over Labor Post
President Truman faces uncertainty as he nominates Maurice Tobin of Massachusetts for labor secretary while Tobin, seeking another term as governor, declines to commit. Congress adjourns after over 100 nominations, including Tobin, without Senate action. Tobin said he plans to visit the president soon but otherwise has no comment.
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Aid Named For Animal Bureau in San Antonio
Dr. John R. Wirthlin, former supervisor of the Del Rio bureau of animal industry, was appointed Monday as assistant supervisor of the San Antonio bureau to assist supervisor Dr. B. L. Peck.
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American Consul Drowns in Dutch Harbor Waters
Rotterdam August 9 Police report U.S. consul in Antwerp Harry Markey Donaldson 42 drowned Saturday after falling overboard from the freighter American Defender just after it sailed from the harbor. He was from Newton Pennsylvania. A second drowning occurred last night as Jack Burk Dykes 42 of Athens Texas tripped on a quay and fell into the harbor while attempting to board the U S ship Louis Lykr where he served as assistant steward. His body was recovered about two hours later.
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Donaldson
Newton
Jack Burk Dykes
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Texas
Louis Lykr
Moon Killer Strikes Child Found Hanged in Factory Ruins
Manchester report describes four year old Joe Creamer found hanging from an electric wire in ruined factory walls. He is the third Lancashire child murdered near a new moon in six months, with witnesses recalling a young man fleeing through a factory hole before bystanders arrived.
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England
Joe Creamer
Lancashire
Taylor Named 36th Chief of Staff of Texas Division
Col. James I. Taylor of Kerens was named chief of staff of the Sth Infantry Division Texas National Guard. Maj. Gen. K L Berry announced the appointment saying Taylor a state senator will assume duties in the next two weeks during the division field exercise at Qamyi Hoon with headquarters on Aug 15.
New Dress for Mexican Consulate Furnishings Installed
The Mexican Consulate office in the Casa de Mexico shows a refreshed interior with new steel desks and oak chairs with leather seats worth $6000. The upgraded furniture was moved from the consulate to district offices.
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